We Have an Update Dina Manzo's Living Situation: "I Feel More Comfortable"

Dina Manzo has big plans for 2024.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey alum returned to social media on Thursday (January 5) to share a few updates on both her home and professional life. Dina confirmed she’s been spending a lot of time on the East Coast as she and her husband, automotive industry mogul Dave Cantin, finish setting up their new Southern California home. The mother of one shared the information during an Instagram Q&A session with fans.

“Yes, we have a beach house in FL, we split our time,” she wrote in a Story, which provided a peek at the abode. “I usually don’t post but we moved and the security is top notch now so I feel more comfortable.”

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After living in Orange County for several years, Dina and Dave purchased a beautiful estate in Montecito, California, an unincorporated town just outside Santa Barbara. The home, which reportedly cost the couple $16 million, is described as a 6,000-square-foot Tuscan-style villa that boasts five bedrooms, five and a half bathrooms, and stunning Pacific views.

Dina posts a photo with updates on her life to Instagram Stories. Photo: Dina Manzo/Instagram

When asked if she preferred Montecito over the OC, Dina responded with an enthusiastic, “Yes!!!”

“I’ve always wanted to be in Montecito,” she said when pressed about her decision to move.

Although Dina is clearly enjoying her life in California, one fan asked if she missed anything about New Jersey. “My mom,” she replied, before stating she had no plans to move back to the Garden State. "It's not for me."

Dina Manzo promises to share more photos of her new California home

Dina posts a photo of herself on March 8, 2023 to Instagram. Photo: Dina Manzo/Instagram

So now that Dina is settling into her new home, many fans wondered if she’ll provide some inside looks at the luxurious digs.

“Yes!” she said about posting interior photos. “Going to be getting back into sharing decor tips soon.”

The entrepreneur — who specializes in spirituality, self-care, event planning, and design — also announced she was no longer “taking design clients publicly,” but reassured her followers she hadn’t abandoned her passion for decorating.

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“I’ve never stopped and will share some more projects and tips again soon,” she explained. “I am definitely moving towards hosting retreats and taking on private one on one spiritual coaching ish in 2024.”

She also announced the return of the Dina Does… podcast series, which tackles current affairs and a wide range of topics, like astrology, beauty, relationships, and fitness.

“[Dina Does...] will be back in the spring,” she confirmed, “once I’m settled in the new and can set up the new house studio.”